From East Africa to DC Salon Owner: My Challenges & Triumphs | Eden Tekle | Stylist + Salon Owner | Eden DC Salon | DC

Tune in to hear Eden share how she became a Salon owner in Washington, DC!

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

-Being open to learning helps one achieve their goals

-Eden went to school 2x before being a career stylist.

-Started off in the USA cleaning, going to school, and learning the language.

-After learning all the different parts of the salon working as a stylist (15 years total). Then, she opened a salon, knowing exactly what she wants and what her culture would be like in her business.

-Eden asked her mentor and other salon owners questions to help with how to open a salon. She hired professionals to help with the lease, design, and construction as well. Accountant, Commercial Real Estate Agent, Business Coach, Lawyer, Designer, Contractors, etc

-The biggest challenge was building a team and understanding how to lead

-Now, Eden knows what she is looking for in a team and gladly helps those that do not fit with the culture find another salon.

-No sacrifices on culture is key

-Investors backed out at last minute and Eden was able to get a family friend to help

-The lease required her to guarantee 3 years of payments, so she needed someone to help with construction.

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